1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1971 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Kadett weights approximately 11 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1600 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2430 mm |
